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Country in Europe

Slovakia

Slovakia belongs to Europe. The capital city is Bratislava.

CapitalBratislava
LanguageSlovak
Currencyeuro
Population5.4M

Key Facts

RegionCentral Europe
GovernmentParliamentary republic
Independence1993
Area49,035 km2
Population density114/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+421
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.855
Safety index
65.0
Internet access
87%
Life expectancy
77.5

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Gerlachovsky stit2,655 m
Lomnicky stit2,634 m
Ladovy stit2,628 m

Religion (est.)

  • Christianity69%
  • No religion24%
  • Other6%
  • Islam1%

Why Visit

High TatrasThe highest range in the Carpathians with Alpine peaks above 2,600 m.
Spis CastleOne of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe, UNESCO listed.
Bratislava Old TownA compact and walkable Baroque capital perched above the Danube.
Slovak Folk VillagesOpen-air museums and living villages preserve centuries-old craft traditions.
Cave SystemsSlovakia has 7 UNESCO caves including the Domica and Baradla system.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Bratislava
475k
Kosice
237k
Presov
91k

Climate Overview

-2CJan avg.
20CJul avg.
650 mmYearly rainfall
Humid continentalClimate

Other Quick Info

Currencyeuro
Official languageSlovak
National day1 September
Electricity230V, Type C/E